#261213 Hex Color
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Dark mode backgrounds and moody brand palettes are where this red earns its keep. The hex code #261213 sits close to black, with a dusty, ashy undertone that reads serious instead of fiery. White text on it reaches about 17.8:1 contrast, well past AA, so it handles small body text. Pair it with muted gold or dusty rose to keep large surfaces from going muddy.
Questions about #261213
What is #261213 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #261213 is rgb(38, 18, 19), in HSL hsl(357, 36%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 50%, 85%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #261213?
Muted gold, dusty rose, and warm taupe all flatter #261213, since its low saturation needs soft partners. Avoid bright saturated hues beside it, they make it look muddy by comparison.
Is #261213 readable on white or black?
#261213 has a 17.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.17:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.